Books on Topic: 'Asceticism'

The Imitation of Christ is a timeless masterpiece of Christian spirituality that has guided and inspired countless readers for centuries. Written by t...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the practice of piety, discussing its nature, advantages, and various forms. It aims to help readers deepe...

The Autobiography of St. Ignatius Loyola, dictated to Father Gonzalez, offers a deeply personal account of the life of the founder of the Jesuit order...

The 'Life of Anthony' by Athanasius of Alexandria is a biographical account of Saint Anthony, a pivotal figure in early Christian monasticism. Written...

This book comprises fifty spiritual homilies attributed to Saint Macarius the Great, a prominent figure among the Desert Fathers of early Christianity...

St. Rose of Lima, born Isabel Flores de Oliva in 1586, was a Spanish colonist in Lima, Peru, who became known for her life of severe asceticism and he...

This biography, written by Saint Gregory of Nyssa, delves into the life of his sister, Saint Macrina, a prominent figure in early Christianity. The t...

On Virginity is a classic work of Christian literature by Gregory of Nyssa, written around 370 AD. The book is addressed to young women who are consid...

This book is a biographical account of Saint Francis of Assisi, focusing on his life, teachings, and the Franciscan Order he founded. It highlights hi...

This biography of Saint Francis of Assisi delves into the life and teachings of the influential religious figure. Eileen Douglas explores Francis's jo...

Against Jovinianus is a theological treatise written by Saint Jerome in response to the teachings of Jovinianus, a Christian monk who held controversi...

This classic work of Christian spirituality provides practical guidance on all the virtues that perfect the Christian life. Written by a Spanish Jesui...

“Paradise, or Garden of the Holy Fathers” is a collection of stories about the lives of early Christian monks and nuns who lived in the Egyptian deser...

Paradise, or Garden of the Holy Fathers (Book 2) by Palladius is a collection of stories about the lives of early Christian monks and nuns who lived i...

Saint Bernard of Clairvaux's *Concerning Grace and Free Will* is a theological treatise exploring the complex interplay between divine grace and human...

Palladius's "Paradise, or Garden of the Holy Fathers" (Book 3) provides a glimpse into the lives and practices of early Christian monks living in the...

'Paradise, or Garden of the Holy Fathers' is a collection of stories about the Desert Fathers, early Christian hermits and monks who lived in the Egyp...

Imitation de Jésus-Christ is a classic work of Christian spirituality written by Thomas a Kempis in the 15th century. It is a collection of four books...

“De la imitación de Cristo” es un clásico de la literatura cristiana que ofrece un camino hacia la perfección espiritual. A través de reflexiones sobr...

This book, the second volume in a three-part series, explores the practical application of Christian and religious principles for achieving spiritual...